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This Day In Seattle Sounders History: Fredy Montero dials long distance against LA Galaxy

Editor’s Note: SoundersFC.com is taking a look back through the history books to dig up some of the biggest and best moments in franchise history, both on and off the field. In the latest edition, we look back Fredy Montero's epic goal against the LA Galaxy on May 2, 2012.

Everybody loves a long bomb.

The precision, the power, the audacity to even try it, they're all essential components of a great long distance goal, and when executed to perfection, it’s one of the most exciting feats in all of sports.

On May 2, 2012, forward Fredy Montero performed such a goal in front of a sold out crowd at CenturyLink Field.